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Invites-only system working
Thu, 14th Jul 2011
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Google+ shows early success with exclusive invites model, drawing over 10 million users in weeks. Analyst Paul Allen predicts numbers could double soon.
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Praise, criticism for NZ technology industry
Mon, 11th Jul 2011
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American entrepreneur Peter Thiel lauds New Zealand's tech talent and investments, yet faces critique from local engineers citing a lack of global perspective.
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Zuckerberg re-valued at US$18 billion
Thu, 30th Jun 2011
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Mark Zuckerberg surpasses Google founders to become world's third-richest tech tycoon, now valued at US$18 billion.
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How to avoid Facebook faux-pas
Wed, 29th Jun 2011
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A beta trial reveals 25% of users received malicious content from Facebook friends, prompting BitDefender to launch the full version of its Safego security app.
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Prototype 2 Facebook app launched
Fri, 24th Jun 2011
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New Prototype 2 app on Facebook lets fans 'hack' for exclusive content ahead of the 2012 game release. Dive into //Blacknet now.
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New Facebook suit launched
Fri, 24th Jun 2011
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The Winklevoss twins have filed another lawsuit against Mark Zuckerberg, alleging Facebook suppressed evidence in their NZD $80 million settlement from 2008.
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Social media gives journalism a run for its money
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Social media not only circulates news but also enhances the reach of quality journalism, turning Facebook 'likes' and LinkedIn shares into valued endorsements.
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Microsoft wants you! To join the Avatar Army
Tue, 24th May 2011
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Join Microsoft’s Avatar Army on Facebook for a chance to win 100,000 MS points, valued over $700. Hurry, the contest ends on 29 May 2011!.
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Kung Fu Pandas for Cityville
Tue, 24th May 2011
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DreamWorks teams up with Zynga, bringing Kung Fu Panda 2 into CityVille with exclusive collectibles and quests until 31 May.
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Know your frenemy
Sun, 1st May 2011
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Survey reveals 85% of women on Facebook are frequently annoyed by their friends' posts, from complaints to constant bragging.
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Google jumps on the facebook bandwagon
Sun, 1st May 2011
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Facebook has taken the online world by storm and is leaving a trail of casualties (Myspace who?) in its wake. Google is determined not to be one of them.
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Ring thieves busted after facebook gloating
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Facebook post leads to ring thieves' capture as 21-year-old Robert Driscoll gifts stolen USD $12,000 diamond ring to girlfriend, Crystal Yamnitzky.
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Facebook acquires mobile app developer
Mon, 21st Mar 2011
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UK-based Snaptu will focus on offering better Facebook services to the 95% of mobile users that don't have a smartphone.
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Facebook starts movie rental service
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Facebook has launched a movie rental service in partnership with Warner Bros., allowing US users to rent films like The Dark Knight for USD $3.
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Just say no
Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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Struggling with Facebook addiction? KeepMeOut might be your saviour, offering a novel way to temper your social media use.
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Faithbook: pope benedict xvi ‘likes’ your post
Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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Pope Benedict XVI endorses the internet, urging Catholics to communicate online with honesty, respect, and integrity. Mass caution against divisive rhetoric.
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Facebook turns your posts into spam with ‘sponsored stories’
Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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Facebook's new ‘Sponsored Stories’ feature turns your likes and check-ins into ads, spamming your friends' feeds without any option to opt out.
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Facebook used in work background check
Thu, 24th Feb 2011
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A Maryland man was asked for his Facebook password during a job interview with the Department of Corrections, sparking a privacy debate led by the ACLU.
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Improvements made to Facebook Pages, Photo Viewer
Fri, 11th Feb 2011
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Facebook enhances Pages with better communication features, expressive tools, and relevancy improvements, alongside a new faster Photo Viewer.
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Websites made just how you like them...courtesy of facebook
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Have you been surfing the web recently and been surprised to find your Facebook icon displayed on a web page, and a button urging you to ‘Become the fan’?.